1957 Ford Thunderbird
1957 Ford Thunderbird
$27,500
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1957 Ford Thunderbird

$27,500

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Hi, I am interested in your 1957 Ford Thunderbird (stock #103902) listed on Autotrader for $27,500.

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Vehicle Specifications

  • VIN
    57FH289275
  • Classic Car ID
    102774135
  • Stock Number
    103902
  • Category
    American Classics
  • Body Style
    N/A
  • New/Used
    Used
  • Mileage
    31,500 miles
  • Engine
    312 V8
  • Transmission
    3 Speed Automatic

Classic Car Overview

1957 Ford Thunderbird

312 CID Y Block V8
3 Speed Automatic Transmission
Holley 4BBL recently installed
Power Steering
Power Seat (currently non op)
Air Conditioning that blows cold air
New Champion Aluminum Radiator
New cooling fan
After market AM/FM Radio
Recent service includes
Oil and filter change
New Fuel tank
New Fuel Pump
Steering box rebuilt
Comes with both white hard top and convertible top frame (soft top needs to be restored with canvas) see pictures.

This TBird was painted and received a partial restored in 2018 in Southern California
Sold at McCormick Auction #69 in 2020
Lot # 239 on November 22, 2020 for $25,440
The car was previously owned by a widow in Palm Springs California for many years after husband passed away.

Paint has cracks, chips, touch ups, imperfections, scratches and dings.
Body shows no sign of rust however has Bondo on lower passenger side front fender and rear quarter.
This is Driver level paint and body on this car. Nice cruiser but Not a Show Car .
Exterior chrome, moldings and emblems are all original in presentable condition.
This little roaster starts right up every time, runs, drives and handles very nice.
No fluid leaks, no surprises mechanically.
An absolute joy to drive right now this summer requiring nothing but turn key and go.
This Thunderbird Car will get lots of attention on the road and cruise in events.
Engine and transmission, exhaust manifolds and drive train are all original to the car.
Interior bench seat has been re-Upholstered in vinyl white/red material. Overall interior in good condition.
White top in complete with all clamps and hardware. (See Pictures)

Interior dash is in good condition, interior original chrome steering wheel and other interior pot metal steel is pitted which is very normal.
Car cover as well as misc parts transfer with car to new owner.
Just about every part on the car is made reproduction, easy to find and affordable.
Larrys Thunderbird Parts in Corona California is one of many reproduction parts suppliers across the USA.
The TBird has endless personality and character for days.
She is easy and fun to drive.
Starts, runs, drives and handles very nice and dependable.
Mechanically its a very sound little hot rod as it has been regularly driven and serviced. (See full running and driving YouTube video)
Most sought after first generation Thunderbird with lots of upside.
Located in Southern California
Clear California Title and Current California DMV registration.
VIN = D7FH289275
Call or Text Greg at 951.348.5794 for more information

Disclosures:
Convertible top Has some small holes and cracks. (See pictures)
New window glass installed 2026 cracked on passenger side (see images)
Convertible top is old and worn and needs to be restored and recovered if you need to make it usable.
Gas gauge works however temp and oil gauges are non operational
Power seat is currently non operational
Odometer and Speedometer are non operational (needs rebuilt or replaced instrument and Speedo cable) cable should be disconnected due to a noise.
Rear passenger side tail light turn signal is semi functional

Terms and Conditions
California Classic Car (CCC) is NOT a dealership, we represent only vehicles we have personally inspected and evaluated in Southern California.
You Tube video and pictures you see in this listing are the actual condition of the vehicle. There is NO WARRANTY expressed or implied on any vehicles. All information supplied by the Seller in the description above is based solely on an in person interview. CCC is presenting this vehicle based on sellers provided information and will NOT be able to verify or certify that every feature or internal part in this listing is 100% factual.
A Pre-Purchase inspection is suggested and encouraged before purchase. All sales are final and thus vehicle is sold as is.

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